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Post SpecificationPost Title:Research Fellow in Decision NeurosciencePost Status:Fixed term contract, 2.5 years full-timeResearch Group/Department/School:Trinity College Institute of Neuroscience and School of PsychologyLocation:Trinity College Institute of Neuroscience and School of Psychology, Trinity College Dublin, the University of DublinCollege Green, Dublin 2, IrelandReports to:Principal Investigator (Redmond O’Connell) or Head of SchoolSalary:Appointment will be made on the Post-Doctoral Researcher Level 2 salary scale at a point in line with Government Pay Policy (€37,750 - €42,394 per annumClosing Date and Time:5pm 6th July 2018Post SummaryApplications are invited for the role of a Research Fellow in the laboratory of Associate Prof Redmond O’Connell and to engage in an exciting research program examining the neural bases of decision making funded by the European Research Council (Starting Grant) and Science Foundation Ireland. Research in the O’Connell lab seeks to uncover the key neural principles and processes that determine the timing and accuracy of perceptual choices. This work comprises both basic and translational research and employs a range of psychophysiological techniques including EEG, fMRI, autonomic system measurement, transcranial stimulation and computational modelling. A key focus of our current work is to leverage neural signatures of decision formation to guide the development of computational models that can account for the actual implementation of decisions in the brain as well as their outcome (i.e. behaviour). Our primary research interests include perceptual decision making, performance monitoring, and attention.The O’Connell lab comprises numerous undergraduate, postgraduate and postdoctoral researchers, providing a rich environment for exchanging ideas and learning new skills. The laboratory is based at the Trinity College Institute of Neuroscience which hosts state-of-the-art facilities including magnetic resonance imaging and a dedicated EEG suite. Standard duties and Responsibilities of the PostThe successful applicant will have the opportunity to engage in an ambitious programme of research characterizing the neural mechanisms that enable adaptive decision making in the human brain. Reflecting the multi-modal approach of the O’Connell lab, these studies will involve a range of research methodologies including psychophysics, computational modelling, electrophysiology (EEG), eye tracking, pupilometry, transcranial direct current stimulation and computational modelling. Funding InformationThe position is funded by the European Research Council and Science Foundation IrelandPerson SpecificationQualificationsApplicants must have a Ph.D. in psychology, neuroscience or a related field and have experience and strong interest in cognitive neuroscience. Applicants with a background in relevant fields of engineering (e.g. neural, biomedical) are welcome to apply. Knowledge & Experience (Essential & Desirable)The candidate must have strong analytic skills and proficiency in programming (particularly Matlab and/or Python) will be an essential prerequisite. The candidate must also have experience either in psychophysics, EEG analysis and/or computational modeling. Experience with intracranial recording techniques, magnetic resonance imaging or transcranial stimulation techniques are a strong plusSkills & CompetenciesThe ideal candidate will be reliable, highly motivated and productive, and enjoy working collaborativelyFurther Information for CandidatesURL Link to Schooltcd.ie URL Link to Research Group URL Link to Human Resourcestcd.ie/hr For more information on The O’Connell Lab see: For more information on the Trinity College Institute of Neuroscience see: College Dublin, the University of DublinFounded in 1592, Trinity is at the nexus of tradition and innovation, offering undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across 24 schools and three faculties: arts, humanities, and social sciences; engineering, maths and science; and health sciences. Spread across 47 acres in Dublin’s city centre, Trinity’s 17,000-strong student body comes from all 32 counties of Ireland, and 16% of students come from outside the country. Of those, 40% are from outside the European Union, making Trinity’s campus cosmopolitan and bustling, with a focus on diversity. As Ireland’s leading university, the pursuit of academic excellence through research and scholarship is at the heart of the Trinity education. Trinity is known for intellectual rigour, excellence, interdisciplinarity, and research-led teaching. Home to Nobel prize-winners such as scientist Ernest Walton and writer Samuel Beckett, Trinity draws visitors from across the world to its historic campus each year, including to the Book of Kells and Science Gallery which capture the university’s connection to both old and new.Trinity accounts for one-fifth of all spin-out companies from Irish higher education institutions, helping to turn Ireland into an innovation-intensive, high-productivity economy. That culture of innovation and entrepreneurship is a defining characteristic of our campus as we help shape the next generation of job creators. Trinity has developed significant strength in a broad range of research areas, including the 19 broadly based multi-disciplinary thematic research areas.Ireland’s first purpose-built nanoscience research institute, CRANN, houses 150 scientists, technicians and graduate students in specialised laboratory facilities. Meanwhile, the state-of-the-art Biomedical Sciences Institute is carrying out breakthrough research in areas such as immunology, cancer and medical devices.The Old Library, which houses the Long Room, in Trinity is the largest research library in Ireland, with a collection of six million printed items, 500,000 maps, 80,000 electronic journals, and 350,000 electronic books. Some of the world’s most famous scholars are graduates of Trinity, including writer Jonathan Swift, dramatist Oscar Wilde, philosopher George Berkeley, and political philosopher, and political theorist Edmund Burke. Three Trinity graduates have become Presidents of Ireland - Douglas Hyde, Mary Robinson and Mary McAleese.Trinity is the highest ranked university in Ireland, and among the world’s leading higher education institutions.Trinity College Dublin World University RankingsOverallTrinity College Dublin is Ireland’s No.1 University (QS World University Ranking, THE World University Ranking, Academic Ranking of World Universities (Shanghai).Trinity College Dublin is ranked 71st in the World and 21st in Europe in the 2013/2014 QS World University Ranking across all indicators.InternationalisationTrinity College Dublin is ranked 30th in the World in the Times Higher Education Top 100 Most International Universities.Trinity College Dublin is 46th in the World in the QS World University Ranking 2013/2014 in terms of International Faculty.Research PerformanceTrinity College Dublin is ranked in the top 70 universities in the world in the Times Higher Education Ranking of World Universities in terms of overall research and in the top 75 universities in the world in terms of citations (research impact).Trinity College Dublin is 80th in the World and 27th in Europe in the 2014 Leiden University Ranking of World Universities based on research performance alone.Trinity College Dublin ranks in the top 1% of research institutions in the world in the following 17 fields (an increase of over 150% from 2004): Physics, Chemistry, Engineering, Social Sciences (General), Immunology, Neurosciences, Nanosciences, Materials Science, Pharmacy & Toxicology, Molecular Biology & Genetics, Biology & Biochemistry, Microbiology, Plant and Animal Science, Clinical Medicine, Agriculture, Psychiatry/Psychology, Environment/Ecology.Subject Rankings (high level)/QS Faculty Rankings 2014*In the QS Faculty Rankings 2014, Trinity College Dublin is ranked 63rd in the world in Arts and Humanities.In the QS Faculty Rankings 2014, Trinity College Dublin is ranked in the world top 100 universities in Life Sciences and Medicine (in 69th place).In the QS Faculty Rankings 2014, Trinity College Dublin is ranked in the world top 100 universities in Social Sciences and Management (in 89th place).Subject Rankings (QS 2014)** Trinity College Dublin (TCD) features in the world's elite (Top 200) institutions in 23 of the 30 subjects featured the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2014. Trinity College Dublin is ranked 25th in the world in English Language & Literature. Trinity College Dublin is ranked 42nd in the world in Modern Languages.Trinity College Dublin is ranked 46th in the world in Politics & International Studies.Trinity College Dublin is ranked 48th in the world in History. Trinity College Dublin is in the World Top 100 in Accounting & Finance.Trinity College Dublin is in the World Top 100 in Biological Sciences.Trinity College Dublin is in the World Top 100 in Economics & Econometrics.Trinity College Dublin is in the World Top 100 in Geography.Trinity College Dublin is in the World Top 100 in Law.Trinity College Dublin is in the World Top 100 in Medicine.Trinity College Dublin is in the World Top 100 in Pharmacy & Pharmacology.Trinity College Dublin is in the World Top 100 in Psychology.* QS ‘Faculty’ Rankings 2014: ** QS Subject Rankings 2014: Pension EntitlementsThis is a pensionable position and the provisions of the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004 will apply in relation to retirement age for pension purposes. Details of the relevant Pension Scheme will be provided to the successful applicant.Applicants should note that they will be required to complete a Pre-Employment Declaration to confirm whether or not they have previously availed of an Irish Public Service Scheme of incentivised early retirement or enhanced redundancy payment. Applicants will also be required to declare any entitlements to a Public Service pension benefit (in payment or preserved) from any other Irish Public Service employment.Applicants formerly employed by the Irish Public Service that may previously have availed of an Irish Public Service Scheme of Incentivised early retirement or enhanced redundancy payment should ensure that they are not precluded from re-engagement in the Irish Public Service under the terms of such Schemes. Such queries should be directed to an applicant’s former Irish Public Service Employer in the first instance.Equal Opportunities PolicyTrinity College Dublin, the University of Dublin is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to the employment policies, procedures and practices which do not discriminate on grounds such as gender, civil status, family status, age, disability, race, religious belief, sexual orientation or membership of the travelling community.Application ProcedureCandidates should submit a cover letter with a brief description of past research accomplishments as well as future research interests and career goals together with a full curriculum vitae to include the names and contact details of 3 referees (email addresses if possible) to:Name: Assistant Professor Redmond O’ConnellTitle: Ussher Assistant Prof in Social NeuroscienceEmail Address: reoconne@tcd.ieContact Telephone Number: 01 896 4543/8405TRINITY COLLEGE DUBLIN, THE UNIVERSITY OF DUBLIN IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER ................
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